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JANNETE SUAREZ

JANNETE SUAREZ

EDUCATION

TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY

Master of Architecture

College Station, Tx

Expected Graduation| 2026

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON

Bachelor of Science In Architecture

HONORS

WORK EXPERIENCE

COLLIN COLLEGE

Frisco, Tx | 2018-2020

FRISCO HIGH SCHOOL

Frisco, Tx | 2013-2017

ALEXIS FLORES & JESSE RODRIGUEZ| JRAF STUDIO

ARCHITECTURAL INTERN| DALLAS, TX | SUMMER 2024

• Assisted in the development of commercial, residential, and Design Build projects by assisting in schematic design, drafting, and 3D modeling.

• Participated in site visits and construction observations to better understand project execution and timelines.

• Collaborated in a fast paced studio environment focused on sustainable, client centered design.

• Supported Design Build efforts by coordinating construction details, reviewing shop drawings, and participating in client contractor meetings.

BRAD MCCORKLE | PARALLEL CONSTRUCTION DESIGN BUILD

STUDENT WORKER| ARLINGTON, TX | 09/2023- 12/2023

Gained familiarity with a variety of construction materials and their applications, as well as an understanding of different construction techniques and methodologies.

Key Achievements:

• Affordable Housing Development: Spearheaded the creation of six tailored housing units for seniors, addressing the demand for accessible living.

• Collaborative Construction: Contributed to cohesive construction teams for two houses, emphasizing teamwork and task efficiency to streamline the process.

• Exterior Finishing Expertise: Successfully completed siding and exterior trim work on all six houses, ensuring a unified appearance and aesthetic appeal.

• Architectural Rendering: Leveraged design skills to produce realistic renders showcasing interior and exterior elements,providing stakeholders with a comprehensive visual representation. Additionally, learned and became familiar with reading construction documents such as floor plans and sections, aiding in understanding how to build the houses and grasp the overall structure of the house.

MARIA LAURA GOMEZ | THE LEARNING SPOT CONSULTING SERVICES LLC

REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN | MCKINNEY, TX | 07/2020-06/2023

• Motivated and compassionate RBT with hands-on experience in a therapeutic center.

• Proficient in implementing ABA interventions for individuals with diverse needs.

• Demonstrated expertise in conducting assessments, designing

• intervention plans, and maintaining progress documentation.

• Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills, fostering positive relationships with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams; collaborated with BCBAs, teachers, speech-language pathologists, and occupational therapists to ensure best practices for each client.

Magna Cum Laude

01 NEW STAGE VILLAGE

PROJECT TYPE: RESIDENTIAL

THIS PROJECT EXPLORES HOW ARCHITECTURE CAN SUPPORT ADULTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD) BY CREATING ENVIRONMENTS THAT RESPOND TO SENSORY BEHAVIORAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL NEEDS. THE DESIGN MOVES BEYOND A ONE SIZE FITS ALL APPROACH PROPOSING A COMMUNITY COMPOSED OF THREE DISTINCT HOUSING TYPOLOGIES A CENTRAL THERAPEUTIC FACILITY AND AN EQUINE ASSISTED THERAPY STABLE.

EACH COMPONENT IS TAILORED TO DIFFERENT LEVELS OF INDEPENDENCE AND SUPPORT USING ARCHITECTURAL STRATEGIES SUCH AS REPETITION CLEAR SPATIAL ORGANIZATION CONTROLLED LIGHTING AND MATERIAL SELECTION TO PROMOTE CALMNESS SAFETY AND PREDICTABILITY. THE INTEGRATION OF INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SPACES FURTHER ENHANCES SENSORY REGULATION AND OVERALL WELL BEING.

THE PROJECT ALSO EMPHASIZES THE ROLE OF ROUTINE AND SPATIAL CLARITY IN REDUCING ANXIETY AND SUPPORTING DAILY FUNCTIONING. THROUGH CAREFUL DESIGN DECISIONS THE ENVIRONMENT BECOMES INTUITIVE LEGIBLE AND EASY TO NAVIGATE. BY ALIGNING DESIGN WITH THERAPEUTIC PRINCIPLES THE PROJECT POSITIONS ARCHITECTURE AS AN ACTIVE TOOL IN IMPROVING QUALITY OF LIFE SUPPORTING INDEPENDENCE DIGNITY AND LONG TERM CARE FOR ADULTS ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM.

HOUSE 1

ACCESSIBLE LIVING FOR MOBILITY SUPPORT

HOUSE 1 IS DESIGNED TO SUPPORT RESIDENTS WITH MOBILITY CHALLENGES THROUGH A FULLY ACCESSIBLE SINGLE LEVEL LAYOUT THAT ELIMINATES PHYSICAL BARRIERS AND PROMOTES INDEPENDENCE. WIDE CIRCULATION PATHS AND CLEAR SPATIAL ORGANIZATION CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT THAT IS EASY TO NAVIGATE AND REINFORCES BOTH PHYSICAL ACCESSIBILITY AND SPATIAL CLARITY.

ADA INTEGRATED FEATURES INCLUDING ROLL IN SHOWERS GRAB BARS AND LOWERED COUNTERTOPS ARE SEAMLESSLY INCORPORATED INTO THE DESIGN ALLOWING RESIDENTS TO PERFORM DAILY TASKS WITH DIGNITY. SAFETY IS ENHANCED THROUGH NON SLIP FLOORING AND DURABLE MATERIALS WHILE A MINIMAL NEUTRAL MATERIAL PALETTE REDUCES SENSORY OVERSTIMULATION AND CREATES A CALM LIVING ENVIRONMENT.

THE HOME ALSO INCLUDES AREAS FOR SENSORY ENGAGEMENT AND SKILL DEVELOPMENT SUPPORTING DAILY ROUTINES AND INDEPENDENCE. DESIGNED FOR RESIDENTS REQUIRING MODERATE TO HIGH SUPPORT HOUSE 1 BALANCES AUTONOMY WITH CAREGIVER ACCESSIBILITY CREATING A SPACE THAT IS BOTH SUPPORTIVE AND EMPOWERING.

NORTH ELEVATION

HOUSE 2

HIGH SENSORY SENSITIVITY AND SAFETY

THIS HOUSE IS DESIGNED FOR RESIDENTS WHO REQUIRE A HIGHLY CONTROLLED AND PROTECTIVE ENVIRONMENT DUE TO HEIGHTENED SENSORY SENSITIVITIES OR ENGAGEMENT IN HARMFUL BEHAVIORS. THE DESIGN PRIORITIZES SAFETY DURABILITY AND SENSORY REGULATION WHILE MAINTAINING A CALM AND STRUCTURED LIVING SPACE.

ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES INCLUDE PADDED WALL PANELS AND IMPACT RESISTANT SURFACES THAT REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY. ALL EDGES AND CORNERS ARE ROUNDED TO CREATE A SOFTENED ENVIRONMENT THAT MINIMIZES HARM DURING MOMENTS OF DISTRESS. DOUBLE LAYER LAMINATED GLASS WINDOWS ARE USED FOR ADDED SAFETY AND DURABILITY REDUCING THE RISK OF BREAKAGE WHILE MAINTAINING ACCESS TO NATURAL LIGHT.

LIGHTING IS CAREFULLY CONTROLLED THROUGH THE USE OF CLERESTORY WINDOWS PROVIDING CONSISTENT NATURAL LIGHT WITHOUT GLARE OR VISUAL DISTRACTION. ACOUSTIC CONTROL IS ACHIEVED THROUGH SOLID MATERIALS SUCH AS CONCRETE AND SOUND ABSORBING SURFACES TO REDUCE NOISE AND OVERSTIMULATION.

CAN ACCOMMODATE RESIDENTS ACROSS ALL LEVELS OF SUPPORT PROVIDING A SAFE AND CONTROLLED SETTING THAT PRIORITIZES WELLBEING PROTECTION AND EMOTIONAL REGULATION WHILE SUPPORTING DAILY LIFE.

NORTH ELEVATION

THE PROJECT INCORPORATES A CONTINUOUS WALL PANEL SYSTEM DESIGNED TO PROVIDE BOTH IMPACT PROTECTION AND SENSORY SUPPORT THROUGHOUT THE HOME. THE PANELS ARE ORGANIZED IN A 2 BY 2 GRID MODULE CREATING A CONSISTENT AND RHYTHMIC SURFACE THAT REINFORCES SPATIAL CLARITY WHILE SERVING A CRITICAL SAFETY FUNCTION. THE MODULAR INSTALLATION PROCESS ALLOWS PANELS TO BE REPEATED AND REPLACED AS NEEDED SUPPORTING LONG TERM DURABILITY AND MAINTENANCE. THE GRID ORGANIZATION ALSO CONTRIBUTES TO A SENSE OF ORDER AND PREDICTABILITY WHICH IS IMPORTANT FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO BENEFIT FROM STRUCTURED AND LEGIBLE ENVIRONMENTS.

THESE PANELS EXTEND THROUGHOUT THE INTERIOR OF THE HOUSE FORMING A PROTECTIVE LAYER ALONG WALL SURFACES. EACH PANEL IS PADDED AND DESIGNED TO ABSORB IMPACT REDUCING THE RISK OF INJURY WHEN A RESIDENT ENGAGES IN HARMFUL OR SELF INJURIOUS BEHAVIORS. THIS SYSTEM TRANSFORMS THE WALL FROM A HARD BOUNDARY INTO A SOFTENED SURFACE THAT PRIORITIZES USER SAFETY WITHOUT COMPROMISING THE OVERALL DESIGN INTENT.

BEYOND SAFETY THE PANELS ALSO CONTRIBUTE TO ACOUSTIC CONTROL HELPING TO REDUCE NOISE AND ECHO WITHIN THE SPACE. THIS FURTHER SUPPORTS SENSORY REGULATION BY CREATING A CALMER AND MORE CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.

PADDING WALL PANEL

THE WINDOW SYSTEM IS DESIGNED AS A CONTINUOUS CURTAIN WALL ALONG THE HALLWAY CREATING A STRONG VISUAL AND PHYSICAL CONNECTION TO THE OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT WHILE MAINTAINING A CONTROLLED AND PROTECTIVE INTERIOR CONDITION. THIS ELEMENT ALLOWS NATURAL LIGHT TO ENTER DEEP INTO THE SPACE AND SUPPORTS A SENSE OF OPENNESS AND ORIENTATION.

UNLIKE TYPICAL RESIDENTIAL GLAZING THE SYSTEM UTILIZES DOUBLE LAYER LAMINATED GLASS THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE HOUSE. THIS MATERIAL IS SPECIFICALLY SELECTED FOR ITS IMPACT RESISTANCE PROVIDING AN ADDED LEVEL OF SAFETY IN CASE A RESIDENT ENGAGES IN HARMFUL BEHAVIORS. THE LAMINATED ASSEMBLY PREVENTS SHATTERING ENSURING THAT EVEN UNDER FORCE THE GLASS REMAINS INTACT AND REDUCES THE RISK OF INJURY.

THE CONTINUOUS USE OF THIS GLAZING STRATEGY CREATES A UNIFIED PROTECTIVE ENVELOPE WHERE SAFETY IS INTEGRATED SEAMLESSLY INTO THE ARCHITECTURAL LANGUAGE RATHER THAN APPEARING AS AN ADD ON FEATURE.

IN ADDITION TO THE CURTAIN WALL CLERESTORY WINDOWS ARE INTRODUCED AS A SECONDARY DAYLIGHTING STRATEGY. THESE HIGH LEVEL OPENINGS ALLOW DIFFUSED NATURAL LIGHT TO ENTER THE SPACE WITHOUT DIRECT GLARE OR VISUAL DISTRACTION. THIS APPROACH MAINTAINS PRIVACY AND REDUCES OVERSTIMULATION WHILE STILL PROVIDING A CONNECTION TO NATURAL LIGHT CYCLES.

CENTER

THE CENTER IS DESIGNED AS A MULTIFUNCTIONAL THERAPEUTIC SPACE THAT SUPPORTS THE DAILY DEVELOPMENT AND WELLBEING OF RESIDENTS THROUGH A RANGE OF SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS. IT SERVES AS THE CORE OF THE COMMUNITY WHERE THERAPY LEARNING AND SOCIAL INTERACTION ARE INTEGRATED INTO A STRUCTURED AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT.

THE BUILDING ACCOMMODATESMULTIPLE FORMS OF THERAPY INCLUDING ABA THERAPY, SPEECH THERAPY, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AND FOOD THERAPY EACH HOUSED IN LOW STIMULATION SPACES THAT PROMOTE FOCUS AND COMFORT. ADDITIONAL FEATURES SUCH AS SENSORY ROOMS AND WATER BASED THERAPY AREAS SUPPORT BOTH PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL REGULATION.

THE DESIGN IS ORGANIZED ON A 4 BY 4 GRID SYSTEM CREATING SPATIAL CLARITY CONSISTENCY AND EASY NAVIGATION. MATERIALITY PLAYS A KEY ROLE WITH CONCRETE USED FOR ACOUSTIC CONTROL REDUCING NOISE AND ECHO THROUGHOUT THE SPACE.

ALL EXPOSED COLUMNS ARE ROUNDED ELIMINATING SHARP 90 DEGREE ANGLES TO ENHANCE SAFETY AND REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY. THE CENTER COMBINES STRUCTURE SAFETY AND SENSORY AWARENESS INTO A COHESIVE ENVIRONMENT THAT SUPPORTS THERAPY IN A WAY THAT FEELS INTEGRATED AND NON INSTITUTIONAL.

FLOOR

REGLET

METAL FLASHING

ROOF MEMBRANE

STAINLESS STEEL BAR

PVC MEMBRANE

CEMENT FIBERBOARD

INSULATION

2X4 WOOD STUD

4" ANGLE

2" DECKING

FIBER BOARD

FLASHING

SEALANT

TIE WIRE

C CHANNEL

WOOD DROP CEILING

WOOD DOORS

2 LAYER LAMINATED GLASS

DOOR | WINDOW FRAME

SEALANT

FINISHED WOOD FLOOR

FROST BEAM

VOID FORM

EARTH

FROST BEAM

THE STABLE IS DESIGNED AS A THERAPEUTIC ENVIRONMENT THAT SUPPORTS EQUINE ASSISTED ACTIVITIES INCLUDING RIDING GROOMING AND GROUND BASED INTERACTION HELPING TO IMPROVE EMOTIONAL REGULATION MOTOR SKILLS AND SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT. THE SPACE PROVIDES A CALM AND STRUCTURED SETTING WHERE RESIDENTS CAN CONNECT WITH ANIMALS IN A NON VERBAL AND INTUITIVE WAY SUPPORTING BOTH PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT.

THE DESIGN IS INFLUENCED BY CUADRA SAN CRISTOBAL BY LUIS BARRAGAN REFLECTING HIS USE OF SIMPLICITY STRONG GEOMETRY AND MINIMAL MATERIAL PALETTES. THE ARCHITECTURE EMPHASIZES CLEAN LINES HORIZONTAL PROPORTIONS AND A REDUCTION OF VISUAL COMPLEXITY CREATING A PEACEFUL AND CONTEMPLATIVE ENVIRONMENT THAT INTEGRATES WITH THE SURROUNDING LANDSCAPE.

A PERGOLA DEFINES THE ENTRY SEQUENCE SIMILAR TO THE CENTER PROVIDING A SHADED TRANSITION SPACE THAT MEDIATES BETWEEN EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR CONDITIONS. THIS ELEMENT REINFORCES A CONNECTION TO NATURE WHILE ESTABLISHING A CLEAR AND STRUCTURED POINT OF ARRIVAL.

OVERALL THE STABLE BALANCES THERAPY ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE USING SIMPLICITY AND NATURAL CONNECTION TO CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT THAT IS BOTH FUNCTIONAL AND RESTORATIVE.

SOUTH

LONGITUDINAL SECTION

RAILING

VEGETATION LAYER

METAL CAP FLASHING

REGLET

ALUMINUM CURBING

GROWING MEDIUM SOIL

DRAINAGE LAYER | GRAVEL

CONCRETE SLAB

FILTER FABRIC

THERMAL INSULATION

PROTECTION LAYER

ROOT BARRIER

WATERPROOFING

MEMBRANE

VAPOR BARRIER

METAL ROOF DECK

STEEL BEAM

STEEL PLATE GIRDER

VEGETATION LAYER

STEEL COLUMN

CONCRETE FLOOR

STEEL LAG BOLT EARTH

CONCRETE FOOTING

WOOD BEAM

02

THE COMMUNITY MAUSOLEUM AT BETHEL CEMETERY

PROJECT TYPE: COMMERTIAL

THIS PROJECT PROPOSES A MAUSOLEUM THAT INTEGRATES CLIENT VALUES USER EXPERIENCE AND ARCHITECTURAL INTENT TO CREATE A DIGNIFIED INCLUSIVE AND REFLECTIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR REMEMBRANCE.

TRANQUIL REFLECTION SPACES INCLUDING MEMORIAL GARDENS WATER FEATURES AND SHADED SEATING SUPPORT GRIEF AND CONTEMPLATION WHILE FLEXIBLE CEREMONIAL AREAS ACCOMMODATE DIVERSE CULTURAL AND RELIGIOUS TRADITIONS. A STRONG HORIZONTAL DATUM LINE ORGANIZES CIRCULATION AND PROGRAM ENSURING INTUITIVE NAVIGATION AND ACCESSIBILITY FOR ALL VISITORS.

INSPIRED BY THE WORK OF LUIS BARRAGAN THE DESIGN USES SIMPLE GEOMETRIC FORMS REPETITION AND NATURAL MATERIALS TO ESTABLISH A CALM TIMELESS ARCHITECTURAL LANGUAGE AND A DEEP CONNECTION TO NATURE THROUGH PRESERVED TREES COURTYARDS AND EXPANSIVE VIEWS.

SPATIAL HIERARCHY IS EXPRESSED THROUGH SCALE WITH A DOUBLE HEIGHT CHAPEL EMPHASIZING ITS SPIRITUAL SIGNIFICANCE WHILE NARROWER PATHWAYS OPEN INTO LARGER GARDEN SPACES TO HEIGHTEN MOMENTS OF REFLECTION AND HONOR. PRIVACY IS CREATED THROUGH GEOMETRIC REPETITION THAT FORMS SMALLER EXTERIOR POCKETS AND QUIET ROOMS FOR SOLITUDE AND REMEMBRANCE. TOGETHER THESE STRATEGIES FOSTER A SERENE GROUNDED EXPERIENCE THAT SUPPORTS HEALING CONNECTION AND COLLECTIVE MEMORY. EXTERIOR VIEW | ENTRY

EXPLODED AXONOMETRIC

03 CIVIC CENTER IN BARCELONA

PROJECT TYPE: COMMERCIAL

THE DESIGN APPROACH SEAMLESSLY INTEGRATES INTERIRO AND EXTERIOR SPACES, WITH GARDENS ADORNING EACH FLOOR THAT SERVES AS AN EXTENSION OF THE PRIMARY GARDEN SPACE IN BARCELONA. THE DESIGN PEOCESS INVOLVED GENERATING A GRID THAT CONNECTS WITH HISTORIC LANDMARKS SUCH AS THE CASTEL, THE MAIN PRIMARY GARDEN, AND THE ARCH. WHILE ALSO USING GEOMETRIC SHAPES PREVALENT IN THE CITY, SUCH AS SQUARES AND RECTANGLES.

THE GARDEN, CASTLE, AND THE ARCH ARE CELEBRATED BY ROTATING THE TWO BUILDINGS ON THE SECOND FLOOR RO ALIGN WITH THE LANDMARKS, CREATING COURTYARDS THAT ALLOW AMPLE NATURAL LIGHT. EACH GARDEN ADOPTS AN ORGANIC APPROACH TO ESTABLISH HIERARCHY, BREAKING AWAY FROM CONVENTIONAL STRAIGHT LINES.

THE CIVIC CENTER AIMS TO ADDRESS HOMELESSNESS BY TRANSFORMING THE SCULPTURE GARDEN INTO A SPACE FOR GROWING FOOD, WHICH WOULD BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE KITCHEN. THE SECOND ATTEMPT TO ADDRESSING HOMELESSNESS IS BY PROVIDING EXTERIOR SHOWERS IN THE WATER PARK THAT ARE INCLUSIVE AND ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE. THE OVERARCHING AIM IS TO CULTIVATE A SAFE AND INVITING SPACE FOR THE COMMUNITY. FEATURING A WATER PARK TO ATTRACT FAMILIES, IN ORDER TO CREATE MEMORABLE EXPERIENCES WITHIN THE SPACE.

WEST ELEVATION

SOUTH ELEVATION

ISOMETRIC DRAWING

PHYSICAL MODEL

PHYSICAL MODEL RENDERS

THE WYNN TERRANCE PROJECT

PROJECT TYPE: RESIDENTIAL

LOCATION: 2000 Wynn Terr, Arlington, Tx 76010

OVER THE COURSE OF THREE YEARS, THE TINY HOUSE PROJECT HAS EVOLVED WITH A SINGULAR FOCUS, TO ADDRESS THE NEED FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING WITHIN THE SENIOR COMMUNITY OF ARLINGTON,TEXAS. IT HAS MATERIALIZED INTO THE CONSTRUCTION OF 12 PURPOSEFULLY DESIGNED TINY HOMES, METICULOUSLY CRAFTED TO OPTIMIZE ENERGY EFFICIENCY. EACH UNIT, SPANNING APPROXIMATELY 600 SQUARE FEET, NOT ONLY ENSURES ECONOMIC ACCESSIBILITY BUT ALSO CONTRIBUTES TO THE OVERALL WELL-BEING OF THE COMMUNITY IT SERVES.

AS A STUDENT OF THE DESIGN BUILD STUDIO, OUR COLLECTIVE ENDEAVOR INCOLVED THE TASK AND RESPONSIBILITY OF CONSTRUCTING TWO HOUSES WHILE ALSO COMPLETING THE SIDING FOR ALL SIX UNITS. THE PRIMARY OBJECTIVE WAS TO CULTIVATE A PROFOUND UNDERSTANDING OF THE INTRICACIES OF BUILDING STRUCTURES AND HOMES, PROVIDING A FIRSTHAND EXPERIANCE IN CONSTRUCTION THAT LAYS A SOLID FOUNDATION FOR DIVERSE CAREER PATHS WHITHIN THE REALM OF ARCHITECTURE.

DESIGN BUILD GROUP PROJECT

STUDENTS: JANNETE SUAREZ, LEO ALVES, ALAN ESCOTO, MATTHEW GARTNER, ARYA KAMFIROOZI, MICHELLE MARQUEZ, IMANOL PADRON, ERIN PEARSON, MARIO RODRIGUEZ, LEANNA SELL,AND NOAH STRAND.

CONTRIBUTION | I CONTRIBUTED IN FRAMING BOTH INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR WALLS, APPLYING SHEATHING TO THE HOUSESES, AND UTILIZING ZIP TAPE ALONG WITH TAMLYN WRAP ON ALL SIX SYRUCTURES. OUR TEAM DIVIDED INTO GROUPS TO COMPLETE THE EXTERIOR SIDING, INCLUDING ROOFS, FOR ALL SIX UNITS. IN TERMS OF DOCUMENTATION, I WAS RESPONSIBLE FOR CREATING RENDERINGS OF ELEVATIONS, SECTIONS, AND THE SITE PLAN. IN ADDITION TO PRODUCING INTERIOR PERSPECTIVE SHOTS.